Federer's grand slam collection and a few months later, he took his tally to a record-extending 19 by winning Wimbledon. Serena Williams beat her older sister Venus Williams in the final to capture an Open era-record 23rd major here past year but decided against defending her title because she didn't have enough time to recover from health issues after a complicated childbirth in September.

Jose Mourinho's side strengthened their grip on second place and will hope Pep Guardiola's side are set for a slump which could lead them back into the title race. The performance was a passing masterclass; a highlights reel from a single game that should be shown to youngsters in Premier League academies far and wide.

Here are seven stats to get you thinking... Real are also eight points adrift of Valencia, who strengthened their grip on third place as goals from Goncalo Guedes and Rodrigo secured a 2-1 win at struggling Deportivo La Coruna. Zidane guided Madrid to UEFA Super Cup, Supercopa de Espana and Club World Cup glory earlier in the season. Should the German agree to take over at Real Madrid , he will be presented with a new look forward line.

Nadal had been forced him to withdraw from the ATP Finals in November due to a lingering right knee injury, and when the pain persisted, he also pulled out of a season-opening exhibition event in Abu Dhabi and his first tournament in Brisbane.

The Independent's Jack Austin reported Aubameyang missed a team meeting last week, leading Dortmund general manager Michael Zorc to say the club "can't tolerate" his lacklustre behaviour anymore. Swedish teenager Alexander Isak started up front instead of Aubameyang in only his third German league appearance, having previously played just 13 minutes of Bundesliga football in his career.

Novak Djokovic might well want to boycott the Australian Open next year, but the mercurial Serb looked happy enough in his work on day two of this year's tournament when he despatched the once promising American, Donald Young , in three quick sets in his favourite city outside Belgrade.

But the home team scored twice inside four minutes to take the three points with efforts from Callum Wilson (70') and Jordon Ibe (74') boosting their Premier League survival prospects. Bournemouth's Jordan Ibe is joined by teammates in celebrating his victor against Arsenal on January 14, 2017. Arsenal's defensive frailties are nothing new, but generally they've had the kind of firepower and midfield quality to help them cope.

For supporters of Liverpool there was the elation of seeing their side make a powerful statement in their first match following Philippe Coutinho's departure, deservedly defeating the runaway league leaders after a 22-match unbeaten run. Firmino dispossessed Fernandinho, allowing Oxlade-Chamberlain to take up the loose ball, run forward and send in an angled drive that flew low past goalkeeper Ederson.

Lane Johnson and Chris Long wore the German shepherd masks Saturday after propelling the " underdog " Philadelphia Eagles within a game of the Super Bowl by tightening the clamps on the Atlanta Falcons in a 15-10 divisional-round win.

Hagel's remarks come amid uproar over Trump's reported remarks during a closed-door immigration meeting with lawmakers last week, during which he is said to have called certain African countries "shitholes". On Sunday, a close ally of the president who was at the meeting, told ABC News that reports have misrepresented the president's comments. However, Georgia congressman and civil rights activist Rep.

Stefon Diggs ran into the end zone as the clock expired on Sunday night, pulling off a Minnesota miracle and sending the Vikings to the NFC Championship. "I really couldn't", he added. "But we did today, so I'll take it". "We'll work to correct those and minimize the mistakes in the next game". "I haven't thought that far ahead yet".

Beyond those three, who have combined to win 11 of the last 12 Australian Open titles, youngsters such Grigor Dimitrov, Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem and Nick Kyrgios figure to make a lot of noise, especially with Andy Murray and Kei Nishikori both out with injuries.

Entering Sunday's game, the money line in Las Vegas had the #Minnesota Vikings as a four-and-a-half point favorite over the New Orleans Saints in their NFC Divisional round matchup [VIDEO ]. As with all last-gasp miracle plays, there was as much chance as planning involved in Keenum's heave to Diggs. But Vikings kicker Kai Forbath coolly responded with a 53-yard field goal to give the Vikings the lead back , only to see Brees even more coolly move them downfield for another go-ahead ...

Dozens of women and girls who were victims will be allowed to speak. Almost 100 young women are expected to make statements while Nassar listens in the witness booth. Raisman said earlier on Monday that she would not attend Nassar's sentencing because it would be too traumatic . Nassar was USA Gymnastics' team physician for nearly 20 years before he was sacked in the summer of 2015.

We have a great running game, with weapons that when we play a complete game, we're not anxious about anybody coming in and running the ball on us". "Defense came up huge at the end". And many will wonder why the Falcons didn't attempt to run the ball on the final drive, particularly considering how their failure to run the ball in Super Bowl LI led to their demise.

It was wrapped up by a game-winning 61-yard touchdown reception by Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs on what turned out to be the final play of the game . That's evidenced by the fact Keenum has bounced around to five teams (St. Louis/Los Angeles Rams twice) and that almost half of his career stats come from this season alone, despite being in the league since 2012 and starting 24 games prior to the 14 this season.

While attempting to return to the crease, he, like an amateur, didn't ground his bat and a direct throw from Vernon Philander dispatched him. As he hammered a century at the Centurion on Monday morning, Virat Kohli achieved a new record.

Team success usually comes down to the quality of the individuals involved and that was the case in this game. With so many defenders missing the match could have been a completely different game had they played. Meanwhile, City boss Pep Guardiola was gracious in defeat, as he paid tribute to the victors on a memorable afternoon at Anfield. " Liverpool aren't very good at soaking up pressure - they need to keep going, keep attacking", he said .

Liverpool hosted Manchester City in the 23rd round of the Premier League at Anfield Stadium, where they have not tasted the bitterness of loss this season. Liverpool's performance showed there can be life after Philippe Coutinho with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain helping to fill the void left by the brilliant Brazilian's departure to Barcelona.

Djokovic is seeded 14th and will be coming off just a couple of exhibition matches to prepare for his first-round encounter against Donald Young. The 2018 Australian Open is under way and it has been an eventful first round. I'm going to make the most of the next fortnight because this is it for me. "No one ever wants to let themselves down". All have been in finals, with Romania's world number one Halep winning in Shenzhen, and Svitolina in Brisbane.

Another woman, Mae Christian, had a personal connection to the slain civil rights leader. He died in 1998. "He had a vision, and he took a bullet for all of us, literally". Baillie Memorial Elementary School. "Whether it's poverty or guaranteeing certain rights like health care, we should be in a society where you shouldn't have to set up a GoFundMe page for medical expenses", she said.

That was exemplified against the Eagles (14-3), who like the Falcons sputtered in the red zone. His 21-yard gain on a second-quarter run on an inside handoff converted a third-and-3 situation on a drive that ended with LeGarrette Blount scoring from 1-yard out was a brilliant call and design.

Carter made a 3 for the final margin with less than a second to go, and the Mountaineers couldn't foul Smith before the buzzer sounded, prompting a wild celebration. Ahmad is also able to step outside and knock down jump shots and open three-pointers which can kill an opponent who has a hard time keeping him out of the paint.

Paul Posluszny is in his 11th National Football League season, but this is his first time in the playoffs. The aftermath was interesting as many people picked the AFC Championship game to be between the New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers .

Stoke City sacked Hughes early in the year after a poor run of form. And the club's board have decided that Lambert, who guided Norwich City from League One to the top flight before disappointing spells at Aston Villa , Blackburn Rovers and Wolves, is the man to preserve their status in the division.

But the Steelers fought back with their championship pedigree. The young group is looking to earn respect on the national stage after going without a primetime game during the regular season. Jacksonville got up to a big lead and they never lost it. Meanwhile in the NFC, Nick Foles and the resilient Philadelphia Eagles will host Case Keenum and the Minnesota Vikings - in a match-up of teams that have overcome the loss of their starting quarterbacks.

I wouldn't say it's hurt, either. "The game was here at Heinz Field, so there was no excuse not to get the job done". You can characterize it however you want. Surveillance video showed a man using the computers at that time, the affidavit said. "We'll do whatever it takes. And it was my decision". Bell's selfish decision seemed a lot like Antonio Brown's decision to broadcast on Facebook Live in the Steelers' locker room past year.

Now, they'll get the Patriots with Fournette likely not at 100 percent, with a chance to go to the Super Bowl. "I don't know how much we'll look at those practices and that preseason game; I'm sure we'll take a look at it, but both teams are very different".

As the 2018 edition of the Australian Open begins, we give you some interesting and fun facts that you may have not heard of regarding the tennis tournament. "It's nice that one year later I am No. 2 in the world and seeded highly". This is also the first time she has entered a grand slam as the number 1 seed.

In the last two years at Grand Slams , whenever Serena Williams has been absent, an unknown has thrown her hat in the ring. "It's up for grabs". Held at the magnificent Melbourne Park , it is just a 5 minute tram ride from the city. There are plenty of other contenders, too. Williams, who lost in the final to sister Serena past year, was stunned by Swiss star Belinda Bencic , fresh from winning the Hopman Cup with Roger Federer .

BARCELONA have confirmed the signing of Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool . The team did really brilliant with that - how the whole club did, Anfield itself. "He wasn't ready to do it anymore". 'It's an honour more than a pressure, ' he said . With 17 league goals this campaign, he sits second in the goalscoring charts, behind only Harry Kane.

Sign up today for a free 30 day free trial of unlimited digital access. The two sides agreed an art troupe would be part of the delegation. Monday saw a South Korean delegation cross into the North Korean side of Panmunjom, to conduct working-level talks on the sending by the DPRK of an artistic delegation to February's PyeongChang Olympics .

On Monday, the Manchester Evening News reported that City , long-term suitors of Sanchez, had made a decision to drop their interest in the Chilean after holding meetings with the club to discuss the financial aspects of the deal. "We build a squad with this idea, with this philosophy that I share with Mr (Ed) Woodward and the owners". But then, Jose Mourinho entered the fray, and it could well be a well timed coup for the Europa League champions.

THIS argument teams are setting up to lose against Manchester City by surrendering possession is rubbish. That was until Eriksen curled in a free-kick and Son flicked a back-header just wide. Not only talented but in his mind he tries to help ad playing collectively. Kane, for his part, just shrugged as he ticked off another milestone. If the rest of the first half fell flat, the second period burst into life with Son and Kane proving an irresistible combination for Everton to contain.

Bad things first, he warned that he has a "nuclear button" on his table which he could use to destroy the US. South Korea has agreed to welcome them. Observers say this could mean North Korea considers its committee the equivalent of South Korea's unification ministry. "The choice of a symphony concert is to avoid any potential controversy because there are very few modern North Korean pop songs that don't carry a political message", said Cheong Seong-chang, a senior fellow at the Sejong ...

Which means there's some degree of agreement, which would be against the rules. Teams are permitted to have second interviews with candidates who are coaching teams in the Super Bowl beginning next Monday. The Giants have the 37-year-old Manning under contract for two more seasons, while also possessing the No. 2 pick in the draft , which could be used on the quarterback of the future.

Ashley Young is still suspended and will not be featuring in this fixture. Eric Bailly remains out due to an ankle problem, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic remains out due to a knee injury. There could be a debut for right-back Moritz Bauer after his transfer from Rubin Kazan . Both sides drew 2-2 at The Britannia Stadium , as the reds devils conceded twice away from home after looking like the portrait of good defensive connotation with a couple of clean sheets to their credit.

HAPPY AT THE TOP: With Serena Williams off the tour following the birth of her daughter in September, the No. 1 ranking changed seven times past year, with five women assuming top spot - three for the first time. This time a year ago, then 17th seeded Roger Federer entered the Australian Open after a six-month layoff, facing a minefield of a draw. Not only can he clinch a 17th Grand Slam in Melbourne , but he also has the opportunity to join Roy Emerson and Rod Laver as only the ...

Andrey Rublev also ousted David Ferrer in five sets while Matthew Ebden got the better of John Isner in four. A couple of double-faults from Venus put Bencic ahead 0-30, and once again, it would be a couple of break points after a backhand with great depth found the line on Venus' side.

Eventually Tomlin began speaking to the players, and he discussed - who else? - the evil Patriots . As it turns out, the Steelers had plenty to worry about from the Jaguars-especially their offense. "We've just kinda been having some mental errors and not really being able to figure things out. It was my decision". While the Steelers fell to the Jaguars in the Divisional Round Sunday, their playoff fate wss likely sealed two months ago.

Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins had one thought racing through his mind at the time, and he implored his unit to rise to the occasion when it counted most. "I think everybody talked about the last two weeks of the season", center Jason Kelce said, "and I tried to say this, but the guy had nearly no reps".

Kane earlier this season broke legendary Alan Shearer's record for most Premier League goals in a calendar year by bagging 39 goals in 2017 for Spurs . "It's impossible to beat Harry". It's a pretty good feeling for Spurs fans to have the England striker in their team. Allardyce handed their recent £27million Cenk Tosun his debut at Wembley, who he admitted still has a lot to learn about English football, but will hope the Turkish global will find the shooting boots that drew ...